Russell Young

Russell A. Young “Papa” passed away with family by his side on March 17th. Russ was born and raised in Orleans and is predeceased by his parents

Everett and Hilda Young, his older brother Robert and his grandchild Jesse Tyler Barr.

Russell served in the Marines in WWII and was involved in the invasion of Iwo Jima.

Russell leaves his wife of 58 years, Virginia (Wight) Young of Cotuit, whom he always referred to as his “Bride”, his daughter Linda and her husband Daniel Barr of Brewster, and his son Russell Young Jr. and his fiancée Laurie Fleming of Gloucester.

“Papa” is also survived by his grandchildren Tawndra, Jamie, Robert, Ryanna, Lucas, Alex, Jenna and Sara. He was very proud of his great grandchildren, Mikaela, Shea, Aeralyn, Meka, and Cameron.

Russell was a lifelong fisherman out of Rock Harbor in Orleans and Gloucester Harbor which he greatly loved. He was a fantastic story teller and could make anyone laugh. When Russ retired from fishing, he spent his time carving beautiful bird decoys which he so enjoyed and people loved. He will be missed but his memory will be cherished by all who knew and loved him.

The family would like to thank the nurses, aides, and staff at Cape Cod Hospital and also at the McCarthy House in Sandwich for their wonderful care of their “Papa.”

Visiting hours will be held on March 31 at Nickerson Funeral Home, 77 Eldredge Park Way, Orleans from 11 a.m. – 1p.m. and a graveside service immediately following at the Orleans Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family would like to request donations be made to the Make A Wish Foundation at One Bullfinch Place, 2nd Floor, Boston, MA 02114.